For those not familiar with the C25K running plan, it’s a programme designed for people who are absolute beginners get into running. A quick Google will bring up loads of websites dedicated to what is an essentially a 9 week plan from no running to running for half-an-hour / 5 kilometres. Even the NHS … Continue reading this article ››

In May I started the C25k running programme and progressed to W8R3 (week 8, run 3) without problem. W9R1 was stopped abruptly due to a very sharp and uncomfortable pain in my heel; I had developed Plantar Fasciitis. (See my previous post here to how I recovered). I have invested in some properly fitted running … Continue reading this article ››

Now, I’m not an expert when it comes to treating any kind of injury so I recommend you speak to your doctor before commencing any self-help treatment. This post is about my experience with Plantar Fasciitis and how I helped/treated myself. My plantar fasciitis occurred this summer and was a result of wearing flip-flop type … Continue reading this article ››